Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Little Channels.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
86
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Little Channels, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
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Skill Distribution
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Make 10 out of 20 putts.
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Everything you need to know about Little Channels.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
jason@littlechannels.co.uk
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Pratt's Farm Lane
Little Channels Golf Centre is a 9-hole pay-and-play golf facility in Little Waltham, near Chelmsford, Essex. The club offers a full range of golf activities including a driving range, golf lessons with a team of PGA Professionals, and various membership options for different ages and budgets. The venue emphasizes accessibility for beginners while providing a challenging course for more skilled players, and it features well-maintained greens and tees to ensure year-round play. The operation is part of Channels Estate Ltd, serving the local Essex region with a focus on family-friendly golf experiences and junior programs.
golf course • 9 hole golf • pay and play • driving range • golf lessons • pga professionals • golf memberships • junior golf • beginners welcome • chelmsford golf • essex golf • waltham golf • weekly memberships • member discounts • golf overview • golf in essex • public golf • family golf • golf training
Holes
9
Par
32
Type
Parkland
Architect
Cotton & Swan
Opened
1974
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Little Channels hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Little Channels hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Little Channels hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Little Channels hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Little Channels hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Little Channels hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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% match to course practice profileRead long breaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Little Channels. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 52 days 71 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make More Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Land it close: set up par or better every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Full flagship program designed around Little Channels hole by hole data. Contains 52 practice days and 46 unique drills.
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Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedControl flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save with mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate mental errors, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedReach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Little Channels and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Little Channels challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 32.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 70 and par 32, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 32 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Little Channels is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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